Hybrid transmission
Shifting the shift lever
While the power switch is in ON mode, move the shift lever with the brake
pedal depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is com-
pletely stopped.
Shift position purpose
Shift position
P
R
N
D
S
*
1
: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D for normal driving.
*
2
: By selecting shift ranges using S mode, you can control engine braking forces.
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4-2. Driving procedures
Objective or function
Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system
Reversing
Neutral
Normal driving
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2
S mode driving
175
*
1
(→P. 176)
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